James Miller’s distinctive paired-tower front gives a powerful identity to this active Dennistoun congregation.
Quick facts
- Date
- Built 1903 beside an 1899 hall
- Architect / designer
- James Miller
- Type
- Arts and Crafts interpretation of Perpendicular Gothic with paired towers
- Designation
- Listed building, Category A (LB33879)
- OS grid reference
- NS 61875 65530
Architecture and continuing use
Snecked ashlar, battered square towers, a deep linking arch and broad-eaved central belfry reinterpret late Gothic forms in an Arts and Crafts manner.
Its story
The church was built beside an earlier hall. Although the designation records an early-2000s residential consent, the building is currently occupied and used by St Andrew’s East Parish Church.
Why it is included
Its unusual frontage and verified continuing worship make it an important correction to an outdated use note.
What to notice
- Battered twin towers.
- Deep arch above the entrance and gallery window.
- Relationship with the earlier hall at Easter Craigs.
Reading the surroundings
Attend advertised worship or contact the congregation; respect parish activities.
Timeline
- Built 1903 beside an 1899 hall The church was built beside an earlier hall. Although the designation records an early-2000s residential consent, the building is currently occupied and used by St Andrew’s East Parish Church.
- Present Active Church of Scotland parish church.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The designation’s 2002 conversion note conflicts with the congregation’s current site and address; this record follows the current operator evidence.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: St Andrew’s East Church, LB33879 — Designation status, mapped location, construction phases, fabric, authorship and architectural or historical interest.
- St Andrew’s East Parish Church — Current congregation, address, worship and contact information.
Location
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